Location: Newton Aycliffe
Salary: £29,093 - £36,395
Would you like to step into a career in Care or continue your journey working with children? Are you seeking a flexible, community-based care support role that can make a real difference in young people's lives? If so, we want to hear from you.
Benefits
* Competitive salary starting at £29,093 plus allowances
* Allowances:
o £1,455 (5%) secure unit allowance, payable monthly
o £1,000 R&R allowance
o £3,014 enhanced pay for unsociable hours (based on 23 hours per fortnight), payable monthly
o £1,833 sleep-in allowance (average of two per month), payable monthly
* Durham County Council Pension scheme
* Paid annual leave: 26 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 after five years
* Full training and induction
* Discount schemes including gym memberships, IT discounts, and Car Purchase Scheme
* Employee Assistance Scheme
The Role
This opportunity is with Brook Street Social Care, working in a secure children’s home in Aycliffe, Durham. The facility provides specialist accommodation for young people aged 10 to 18, many with complex needs requiring intensive support.
Shift patterns include:
* Weekdays: 7:30 am - 2:45 pm and 2:15 pm - 11 pm
* Fortnightly weekends: Saturdays 8 am - 1:15 pm and Sundays 1:15 pm - 11 pm, or Saturdays 1:15 pm - 11 pm and Sundays 8 am - 1:15 pm
Primary Responsibilities
* Act as a keyworker and role model for young people
* Engage, stimulate, and challenge appropriately
* Safeguard and provide stability
* Advocate with sensitivity
* Administer medication as required
* Maintain records and undertake risk assessments
* Write reports and care plans using IT skills
* Provide educational and physical activities
* Understand Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
Candidate Profile
Experience in care is desirable but not essential. The ideal candidate will have:
* A passion for care and compassion in practice
* Strong verbal communication skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Calmness and ability to manage challenging situations
* Ability to build rapport quickly with young people
* A flexible, enthusiastic 'can do' attitude
About Brook Street
We recruit for leading organizations across various sectors, with over 50 high street locations. Our nationwide reach allows us to connect job seekers and employers effectively, providing tailored opportunities and support.
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